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Ingredients

• 1 pound uncooked pumpkin, or 3/4 cup canned pumpkin
• 1 pound sweet potatoes
• 3 Cinnamon sticks
• 2 teaspoons whole anise seed
• 1 teaspoon whole cloves
• 1 tablespoon instant yeast
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup Pisco or other brandy
• 3 cups flour
• 1 quart vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 1 1/2 cups light brown sugar
• 1 orange
• 2 limes
• 1/2 cup water

Description

These Light And Crispy Doughnut-like Fried Treats Are Sold As A Snack Or Served For Dessert In Peru And Chile. Picarones Are Amazingly Good When Freshly Deep Fried And Drenched In A Fruity, Spiced Syrup That Compliments The Squash And Sweet Potato Flavor

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